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Friday, November 22, 2013

O-FLIGHT NOTICE: SAT, 23 Nov 13

O-FLIGHT


*The squadron will begin to publish a special blog post for Orientation flights as they are announced. You may sign up right here in future, by simply adding a comment.

If you have already signed up for this Saturday, 23 Nov, you may sign
up here again, but you are still expected to fly even if you don't sign up
here this time.

There will be two flights, both originating from UTWG HQ.

3 slots at 0800 hrs

3 slots at 1000 hrs

Respond with Grade, Full Name, CAP ID #, and a phone number that SOMEONE WILL ACTUALLY ANSWER, in case the flight is cancelled (weather or maintenance problems). If a flight has to be cancelled, it will probably be done the night before, but it could be early on the morning of the flight.


DETAILS: (READ THIS)

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Next Meeting: Thursday 21 Nov 2013

 1900 to 2100 hrs


Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin and testing available from 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Capt. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)

7563 South Airport Road
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: Safety / Character Development  

Uniform of the Day: Blues

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Item 1: RMR Cadet Leadership School UPDATE:
will be held here in Utah Wing, 27-30 Dec 2013 at Hill AFB. at the Airman Leadership School "ALS" facility to include the Airman dining facility.
$100 fee covers everything but transport to and from. 
You must be a MSgt or higher, and have already attended at least one encampment to go. 
Blues will be the uniform of the day. No BDU will be needed.
In order to make LtCol, you have to have a Region Cadet Leadership School on your record. More information to come.
Item 2: Winter FTX.
There will be two (2) winter FTXs this year. The first will be in January (dates to be announced). This will be sponsored by Weber Minuteman, and is the FTX we usually attend in Wendover. This year it will take place in Cedar City. More will be posted as details are announced.
The second will be in February, dates to be determined. This one is sponsored by and in Cashe Valley, and will include building snow caves and winter survival. More will be posted as details are announced.
Item 3: The Squadron Change of Command ceremony will be on 5 December this year. This will be on a regular Thursday meeting, at the normal times.Make sure you have your best blues uniform put together and ready now. There's time to make sure you have all the ribbons you should have put together and ready.
Item 4: The Squadron year end banquet will again be held at the Friends of Eagles reception hall, and is being scheduled for February. Stay tuned for more details as they are posted. Again, you need your best blues uniform. Any cadet may wear a tie, and service coat if you have one for the banquet.
Item 5: Desert Hawk XII Encampment has been scheduled for 14-21 Jun 2014. There is not yet any info on staff applications or cost. Encampment is usually at least/between $100 to $150 so plan and start saving now. More information to come.
Item 6: NCSAs. The National Cadet Special Activities have already begun announcing for 2014. Starting on 1 December (next month) all of the NCSAs will be on e services for applications, and payments. Check out the NCSAs now, and get ready to apply between 1 Dec and 15 Jan, so NOT A LOT OF TIME TO DECIDE TO APPLY.
Item 7: BDU UNIFORMS! Boots, pant, blouse and BDU flat top cover, are available through the Wing. Utah Wing has purchased a number of various sizes, and are making those uniforms available to the membership. 
You can get a full set for $20 total. If you need a full uniform, or if you need one or two of those four parts, let the command staff know what you need ASAP. 
Individual uniform parts are $6.00 a piece (which is anything less than all four parts). We will need to notify the Wing staff what we need. This is not a retail situation, where you can show up at the Wing building anytime, and buy stuff, so we need to do some arranging, but this will not be difficult, nor will it have to take a long time, so figure out what you need, and put a list together now.
Sizes are not guaranteed, but chances are we can get you outfitted. If you already have a uniform, you can still buy a new set, and then you will have a set for squadron, and a set you can wear for FTXs. There is no rule that says you can't take advantage of this opportunity just because you already have a set. There is no rule which limits 1 set per member either.
These uniforms are new or used but good condition. JUMP ON THIS NOW. If this program works well, the Wing may continue, and buy more next year. If no one needs uniforms, and the Wing is stuck with all those uniforms, they will likely not do this again. Its not free, but you will not see a full set of uniforms in this good condition for this little money again.

STANDING ORDERS
1. If you are ready for a drill test, a milestone written test, a speech or a review board, you must log in right here PRIOR to Wednesday at 1700 hours. There will not be time to schedule these on Thursday when you arrive for the meeting.On line testing (Leadership and Aerospace Tests) must be completed before a drill test will be given.
The PT test for your next promotion can be taken on any PT meeting.

On line tests, PT and drill tests (as applicable) must be completed prior to requesting a promotion board.

Phoenix is Second To None!

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Next Meeting: Thursday, 14 Nov 2013

 1900 to 2100 hrs


Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin and testing available from 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Capt. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)

7563 South Airport Road
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: Leadership  

Uniform of the Day: BDU

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Item 1: BDU UNIFORMS! Boots, pant, blouse and BDU flat top cover, are available through the Wing. Utah Wing has purchased a number of various sizes, and are making those uniforms available to the membership. 
You can get a full set for $20 total. If you need a full uniform, or if you need one or two of those four parts, let the command staff know what you need ASAP. 
Individual uniform parts are $6.00 a piece (which is anything less than all four parts). We will need to notify the Wing staff what we need. This is not a retail situation, where you can show up at the Wing building anytime, and buy stuff, so we need to do some arranging, but this will not be difficult, nor will it have to take a long time, so figure out what you need, and put a list together now.
Sizes are not guaranteed, but chances are we can get you outfitted. If you already have a uniform, you can still buy a new set, and then you will have a set for squadron, and a set you can wear for FTXs. There is no rule that says you can't take advantage of this opportunity just because you already have a set. There is no rule which limits 1 set per member either.
These uniforms are new or used but good condition. JUMP ON THIS NOW. If this program works well, the Wing may continue, and buy more next year. If no one needs uniforms, and the Wing is stuck with all those uniforms, they will likely not do this again. Its not free, but you will not see a full set of uniforms in this good condition for this little money again.

Item 2: The Squadron Change of Command ceremony will be on 5 December this year. This will be on a regular Thursday meeting, at the normal times.Make sure you have your best blues uniform put together and ready now. There's time to make sure you have all the ribbons you should have put together and ready.

Item 3: The Squadron year end banquet will again be held at the Friends of Eagles reception hall, and is being scheduled for February. Stay tuned for more details as they are posted. Again, you need your best blues uniform. Any cadet may wear a tie, and service coat if you have one for the banquet.

Item 4: RMR Cadet Leadership School will be held here in Utah Wing, 27-30 Dec 2013 at Camp Williams. 
$100 fee covers everything but transport to and from. 
You must be a MSgt or higher, and have already attended at least one encampment to go. 
In order to make LtCol, you have to have a Region Cadet Leadership School on your record. More information to come.

Item 5: Desert Hawk XII Encampment has been scheduled for 14-21 Jun 2014. There is not yet any info on staff applications or cost. Encampment is usually at least/between $100 to $150 so plan and start saving now. More information to come.

Item 6: NCSAs. The National Cadet Special Activities have already begun announcing for 2014. Starting on 1 December (next month) all of the NCSAs will be on e services for applications, and payments. Check out the NCSAs now, and get ready to apply between 1 Dec and 15 Jan, so NOT A LOT OF TIME TO DECIDE TO APPLY.

STANDING ORDERS
1. If you are ready for a drill test, a milestone written test, a speech or a review board, you must log in right here PRIOR to Wednesday at 1700 hours. There will not be time to schedule these on Thursday when you arrive for the meeting.On line testing (Leadership and Aerospace Tests) must be completed before a drill test will be given.
The PT test for your next promotion can be taken on any PT meeting.

On line tests, PT and drill tests (as applicable) must be completed prior to requesting a promotion board.

Phoenix is Second To None!

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Next Meeting: Thursday 07 Nov 2013

 1900 to 2100 hrs


Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin and testing available from 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Capt. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)

7563 South Airport Road
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: Aerospace Education

Uniform of the Day: BDU

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Item 1: BDU UNIFORMS! Boots, pant, blouse and BDU flat top cover, are available through the Wing. Utah Wing has purchased a number of various sizes, and are making those uniforms available to the membership. 
You can get a full set for $20 total. If you need a full uniform, or if you need one or two of those four parts, let the command staff know what you need ASAP. 
Individual uniform parts are $6.00 a piece (which is anything less than all four parts). We will need to notify the Wing staff what we need. This is not a retail situation, where you can show up at the Wing building anytime, and buy stuff, so we need to do some arranging, but this will not be difficult, nor will it have to take a long time, so figure out what you need, and put a list together now.
Sizes are not guaranteed, but chances are we can get you outfitted. If you already have a uniform, you can still buy a new set, and then you will have a set for squadron, and a set you can wear for FTXs. There is no rule that says you can't take advantage of this opportunity just because you already have a set. There is no rule which limits 1 set per member either.
These uniforms are new or used but good condition. JUMP ON THIS NOW. If this program works well, the Wing may continue, and buy more next year. If no one needs uniforms, and the Wing is stuck with all those uniforms, they will likely not do this again. Its not free, but you will not see a full set of uniforms in this good condition for this little money again.

Item 2: RMR Cadet Leadership School will be held here in Utah Wing, 27-30 Dec 2013 at Camp Williams. $100 fee covers everything but transport to and from, you must be a MSgt or higher, and have already attended at least one encampment to go. More information to come.

Item 3: Desert Hawk XII Encampment has been scheduled for 14-21 Jun 2014. There is not yet any info on staff applications or cost. Encampment is usually at least/between $100 to $150 so plan and start saving now. More information to come.

Item 4: CPPT. Reminder from NHQ, if you are a Cadet, and you are 18, or about to turn 18, YOU MUST complete the Cadet Protection Training program. Speak with the Leadership / Command staff if you have questions.

Phoenix, you are Second to None!

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Next Meeting: Thursday 24 Oct 2013

1900 to 2100 hrs

Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Capt. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)  

7563 South Airport Road 
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: Holiday Party

Uniform of the Day: Appropriate costume, or civilian dress.

This is the Cadet Halloween party, so this will not be a regular meeting. The Cadet Command Staff is planning pot luck snacks and drinks, and a movie night. The movie is to be announced, but will be PG13. Bring a friend or two, or more, and have fun. Pot lock means bring treats for yourself and to share with others.

What is an appropriate costume? Anything that would be ok to wear to school or to a church Halloween function. Costumes are optional.
There will be no testing or boards.

If you are a prospective member, you are welcome to come see us, the senior staff will be present, and we will be happy to talk to you about the program.


ANNOUNCEMENTS

Item 1: There will be NO MEETING, Thurs, 31 October, Happy Halloween everyone.
There will not be another PT meeting until January 2014. If you are ready to promote, and you need your PT test in order to go to the promotion board, let the Sqdn Commander know, through your chain of command, and we are willing to arrange a PT test sooner.

Item 2: Attention ALL SENIORS AND CADETS: The Utah Wing is looking for a cadet volunteer to serve as the Cadet Recruiting and Retention Officer / NCO / Airman. If interested send a message to your immediate supervisor or commanding officer here at Phoenix, and you may then respond directly to the Wing Chief of Staff. See details copied from the Wing e mail below:

All Members of Utah Wing,
    We are currently seeking to fill the position for a Recruiting and Retention officer at Utah Wing Headquarters.  We would like to have an active Recruiting and Retention officer.  This position will develope an active recruiting and retention plan for the wing dor both senior members and cadets.  This plan may also be passed down to the sqaudron level.  We would like to see both Senior members and cadets apply.   The position would be filled by the senior member and the cadet would be the assistant.    We would like to have someone in place by Oct 31, 2013. Please send all responses to Bcowan1300@comcast.net.

Brian Cowan Capt.,CAP
Chief of Staff
Utah Wing

Item 3: The news story featuring our squadron doing the concrete arrow clean up aired last week. You may view the story here:  http://www.ksl.com/?sid=27234933

Item 4: Don't forget the Squadron Facebook page at Phoenix Cadet Squadron CAP Utah 

Item 5: Drill Team. If you have any interest in a Wing Drill Team this year, let your chain of command know ASAP. We will need to submit names to Maj. Carlisi also, ASAP.

Phoenix, you are Second to None!

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Next Meeting: Thursday 17 Oct

1900 to 2100 hrs

Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin / cadet testing: 1830-1855.

Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome
to arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.

No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Capt. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway) 

7563 South Airport Road West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic: Safety / Character Development

Uniform of the Day: Blues

Item 1: Reminder: By order of the Cadet Commander, cadets will wear thier BDU blouse sleeves down until further notice in the spring of 2014.

Item 2: The news video and story about the arrow clean up may be viewed at http://www.ksl.com/?sid=27234933 Great work averybody on the clean up, looked good!

Phoenix, you are Second to None!

Friday, October 4, 2013

Next Meeting: Thursday 10 Oct 2013

1900 to 2100 hrs
Cadets should arrive between 1845 and 1855 hrs.
Senior Staff and admin / cadet testing: 1830-1855.
Prospective members and parent/guardians welcome to
arrive between 1830 and 1900.
Parents are welcome to remain during the meeting.
No appointment is needed, first time visitors may contact:
Deputy Squadron Commander
Capt. Nicolas Cook
ncookrmrut@gmail.com

Location: 
West Jordan Utah Army National Guard Armory
(The building behind the green Huey, Viet Nam era helicopter on display on the west side of the roadway)
7563 South Airport Road
West Jordan, Utah

Meeting Topic:
Leadership

Uniform of the Day: BDU
Item 1: The Arrow clean up project is Saturday, 5 Oct 13. All squadron members needing a ride, should be at the armory at 1045 hours. 
Uniform of the day: BDU. Sleeves should be down, you should wear your black squadron ball cap if you have one. If you do not, your Air Force BDU flat top cover is fine. The weather is forecast to be cool. If you do not have a woodland BDU field jacket, or other military uniform coat or jacket, wear or bring a long sleeve thermal or other warm garment to wear under  your BDU blouse. If the warm garment is not black or crew neck, wear your black crew neck uniform T-shirt over that.
You must: 1. Be a current member.  2. Be safety current.
Have a good lunch or breakfast before arriving at the armory. Bring water, bring any snacks you would like for the trip, there will be no lunch provided at the site. There is no cost for members.
BRING: 
1. Work gloves
2. Water
3. A shovel (if you are able)
4. A rake (if you are able, not a leaf rake)
5. Appropriate coat or jacket for cool weather, include rain gear.
Item 2: ATTENTION ALL CADETS: 
By order of the Cadet Commander, BDU blouse sleeves will be worn DOWN until further notice, spring of 2014.
Item 3: (Standing Order) If you are ready for a drill test, a milestone written test or a review board, you must log in right here PRIOR to Wednesday at 1700 hours. There will not be time to schedule these on Thursday when you arrive for the meeting.On line testing (Leadership and Aerospace Tests) must be completed before a drill test will be given.
The PT test for your next promotion can be taken on any PT meeting.

On line tests, PT and drill tests (as applicable) must be completed prior to requesting a promotion board.

Item 4: Don't forget the unit Facebook page at Phoenix Cadet Squadron CAP Utah.

Phoenix is Second To None!